Field Scout, Seasonal **Summer 2025**(Sparta, MI) - Wilbur-Ellis Company : Job Details

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you. Are you a college student majoring in Agriculture, Plant Science or Horticulture? Do you possess excellent math skills? Do you have the ability to work overtime when necessary? If you said yes to these questions, and you have good interpersonal skills, we'd like to hear from you! General Purpose and Scope of Position:Wilbur-Ellis is seeking an Agriculture Field Scout responsible for pest trap placement and monitoring/recording pest activity of various crops and pests. The Field Scout works closely with the field sales and the operations support team.This is a seasonal position that will start in the SUMMER OF 2025! Key Skills and Abilities Include: College students majoring in Agriculture, Plant Science, or Horticulture preferredKnowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)Intermediate level proficiency with standard software, including MS Office SuiteAbility to safely operate a vehicle within state laws and company policies and guidelinesRequires excellent interpersonal skills between both customers and fellow employeesAbility to repetitively bend, kneel, and walk long distances while working in a non-climate controlled environment and outside in inclement weatherExcellent math skills and the ability to maintain accurate countsDependability/reliability. Occasionally may need to work Saturdays.Good interpersonal skillsWillingness and desire to work overtime hours during the busy seasonKey Personal Attributes Include: Proven leadership ability, including the ability to build relationships with cross-functional team members, including Product SpecialistsExcellent written, verbal and presentation communication skillsStrong time management skills with the ability to set prioritiesSkill in creative and critical thinking to achieve goals Ability to remain detail-oriented with a wide range of responsibilities Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include: Prepare traps for placement in the fieldInstall traps in fields. Inspect and monitor weekly.Maintain data counts of the number of pests trappedUse GPS technology to map fieldsComply with company safety standardsTake soil samples as needed or directed by salesScout crops for economic pests and report to the appropriate Sales Representative Compensation and Benefits: In compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $16.00 - $19.00 per hour.Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience.Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits, note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility. Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific. Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other. Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.Follow our career social media accounts! Instagram:IG X/Twitter:X TikTok: TikTok Facebook:FB LinkedIn:LinkedIn